Serving 75 students in grades 6-8, Sherman Thomas Stem Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy's student population of 75 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sherman Thomas Stem Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherman Thomas Stem Academy's ranking?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy is ranked #228 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Sherman Thomas Stem Academy?
75 students attend Sherman Thomas Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sherman Thomas Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sherman Thomas Stem Academy?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sherman Thomas Stem Academy offer ?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sherman Thomas Stem Academy part of?
Sherman Thomas Stem Academy is part of Sherman Thomas STEM Academy School District.
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